Balcones Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Zacango Zoo
Admire the picturesque and serene setting and interact with your favorite animals in one of the largest zoos in the country.
Velo de Novia Waterfalls
Nestled within lush green foliage is this pretty waterfall, where milky white water spills down a cliff face and flows over huge boulders.
The Cosmovitral
Marvel at the exquisite collection of stained-glass windows housed within a striking art nouveau building with a vast array of plants.
Valle de Bravo Dam
Try the diverse array of watersports on this scenic lake, wander through the forest and explore quaint villages and parks.
Church of Calvary
Admire the mosaic work of art on the sloping lawn in front of this hilltop temple and enjoy views of Metepec’s historic town center.
Centro Dinámico Pegaso
You can take time to visit Centro Dinámico Pegaso during your travels to Toluca. Discover the area's countryside and churches.
Activities
Private ATV & Water Skiing Adventure in Valle de Bravo
Valle de Bravo: Half-Day Guided City Tour by Van
Full day tour - Toluca and its surroundings
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Other neighbourhoods around Balcones
Avandaro
While visiting Avandaro, you might make a stop by sights like Avandaro Waterfall and Velo de Novia Waterfalls.
Monte Alto
While Monte Alto may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Square and Avandaro Waterfall.
Loma Bonita
When in Loma Bonita, you can plan a visit to Central Square and Sanctuary of Santa Maria Ahuacatlán, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Santa María Ahuacatlán
If you're spending some time in Santa María Ahuacatlán, Valle de Bravo Dam and Valle de Bravo Archaeological Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Valle de Bravo Centro
While visiting Valle de Bravo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Central Square and Valle de Bravo Dam.
Agua Fría
Agua Fría might not have many top sights, but Central Square and Saint Francis of Assisi Church are two attractions nearby that you can check out.